Report: Amazon gives $200K to Seattle political committee
Amazon has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to a local PAC, sponsored by the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, which could help fund candidates for city council.8 years ago
Body found in truck believed to be missing man in carjacking
A Kent man has been missing since Monday night when police say his truck was reported stolen in a carjacking. That truck has been found along with a body.8 years ago
State lawmakers pass sweeping protections for Puget Sound orcas
Four bills providing sweeping protections for Puget Sound's ailing orca population were passed by the Washington State House and Senate in April.8 years ago
State Legislature passes trio of bills restricting debt collectors
The Washington Legislature recently moved forward on a trio of debt-related bills, in homes of relieving pressure on state residents struggling to make ends meet with loans.8 years ago
5,300 trees will be cleared to make room for Lynnwood light rail
A Sound Transit project slated to kick off in late-April will clear out upwards of 5,300 trees between Northgate and Lynnwood to make room for light rail construction.8 years ago
Washington state angles for relevance in 2020 presidential election
Washington politicians have made a concerted effort in recent months to increase the state's standing in the 2020 presidential primaries, from tweaking its voting process, to a recent push for a presidential debate in Seattle.8 years ago
Durkan goes on ‘Hardball’ to oppose Trump’s sanctuary city threat
Mayor Jenny Durkan is doubling down on her response to President Trump's proposal to place illegal immigrants in sanctuary cities and says many around Seattle will step up to house them.8 years ago
Seattle among top cities with dog attacks on postal workers
A new United States Postal Service study shows that 27 dog attacks occurred in Seattle over 2018, and 127 in Washington state.8 years ago
Inslee polling behind ‘someone else’ but raises $2.25 million
A recent Emerson poll shows Washington Gov. Jay Inslee still polling at zero percent for the 2020 Democratic presidential primary, but the campaign reports it has raised $2.25 million in a month.8 years ago
Seattle schools are more segregated today than in decades
Despite Seattle's best efforts, its schools are now more segregated than they once were. It's not by accident, but a byproduct of laws and policy. Richard Rothstein explains why.8 years ago
New campaign aims to bring women’s hockey league to Seattle
An effort to bring women's hockey to Seattle -- NWHL to Seattle -- has begun. It aims to establish a women's team alongside the NHL team already slated for the city.8 years ago
Sawant renews push for rent control in Seattle
Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant unveiled plans Monday for a pair of ordinances to protect renters, including one to enact rent control in Seattle.8 years ago
Seattle gets third straight month of record-breaking weather in April
Major weather events have become the norm for the Greater Seattle Area in 2019, and that's been capped off by a record-setting stretch of April rain.8 years ago
Watch: District 4 replacements interviewed for council seat
As part of the process to fill Rob Johnson's vacant city council seat, the 13 eligible applicants for the role participated in a public forum Monday.8 years ago
ACLU says Washington data privacy bill is not consumer friendly
The Washington Privacy Act currently under consideration by lawmakers promotes data privacy, but the ACLU warns that it is not what proponents advertise it as.8 years ago
What size apartment should you rent in the Seattle area?
How does a 479-square-foot apartment around Seattle sound? That what a renter can get with the average rent of $2,045, according to this new rental calculator.8 years ago
The ‘key three’ will determine everything
Democrats won’t repeat their huge mistake of 2016 -- focusing on the popular vote and national polling while ignoring crucial mechanics of the Electoral College.8 years ago
Seattle loosening up regulations for sidewalk cafes
Seattle is expanding its program for sidewalk cafes so more eateries can have spaces for outdoor dining on the roadside like in Europe or Portland.8 years ago
Study: Seattle 17th in nation for drivers with a DUI
It's not a contest any city wants to win, but a new study shows that Seattle ranks 17th in the nation of drivers with driving under the influence penalties.8 years ago
Washington ACLU: Facial recognition is outpacing our ability to regulate
Facial recognition technology is fast approaching the stuff of science-fiction, and for those in the ACLU, there are concerns that its capabilities are quickly outstripping our ability to set up ground rules for its uses.8 years ago
Durkan: Proposal sending illegal immigrants to sanctuary cities ‘inhumane’
Following threats from President Trump to place illegal immigrants in sanctuary cities -- Seattle among them -- Mayor Jenny Durkan responded, calling the proposal "inhumane."8 years ago
State lawmakers pass bill preventing mid-lease rent hikes
A new bill passed by the Washington State Legislature bans mid-lease rent hikes, and requires 60-days notice for any increases between leases.8 years ago
Semi-truck crashes, spills lumber on SB I-5 through Everett
A semi-truck overturned during the early Friday morning commute on I-5 through Everett and spilled lumber across the freeway.8 years ago
